NHTSA Campaign Number
18V907000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Safety Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.
What This Recall Page Shows
This page summarizes a single NHTSA recall campaign, including the defect description, safety consequence, and manufacturer's remedy. The affected vehicles listed below are the make/model/year combinations tracked in our database — this is not a VIN-specific result. To check whether your individual vehicle is covered by this recall, enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Click any vehicle below to view its full safety profile.
Affected Vehicles (21)
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Kia | Optima |
| 2012 | Kia | Optima |
| 2013 | Kia | Optima |
| 2014 | Kia | Optima |
| 2015 | Kia | Optima |
| 2016 | Kia | Optima |
| 2017 | Kia | Optima |
| 2012 | Kia | Sorento |
| 2013 | Kia | Sorento |
| 2014 | Kia | Sorento |
| 2015 | Kia | Sorento |
| 2016 | Kia | Sorento |
| 2017 | Kia | Sorento |
| 2011 | Kia | Sportage |
| 2012 | Kia | Sportage |
| 2013 | Kia | Sportage |
| 2014 | Kia | Sportage |
| 2015 | Kia | Sportage |
| 2016 | Kia | Sportage |
| 2017 | Kia | Sportage |
| 2018 | Kia | Sportage |
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Affected Models
This recall information is from NHTSA campaign 18V907000. This site is not affiliated with NHTSA. Contact your dealer or call NHTSA's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.